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How do you spell Absorb?

Correct spelling

absorb

Remember: AB-SORB - you need two B's to absorb completely

Why is absorb spelled this way?

From Latin absorbere, to swallow up. AB (from) + SORBERE (to suck in). Something that absorbs drinks in completely — it takes in and holds without releasing.

Common misspellings of absorb

absobabosrbabsorbeabsord

Example

The sponge can absorb several times its weight in water.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell absorb?+
The correct spelling is "absorb". Remember: AB-SORB - you need two B's to absorb completely
Is it absob or absorb?+
The correct spelling is "absorb", not "absob".

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